Pleasing nobody: the EC's competition policy

Article Abstract:

Recent trade decisions by the European Commission and Sir Leon Brittan, the competition commissioner have caused member countries to ask for a separate antitrust authority. Brittan's latest decision in favor of French firm Alcatel's takeover of AEG Kabel, a German firm, is one of the unpopular decisions.

International aspects, European Union, International trade regulation, European Community

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Copy cats

Article Abstract:

The European Commission plans to extend anti-dumping regulations concerning copy machines. However, economists say the duties are causing higher prices and that European manufacturers are not using the opportunity to increase their market shares.

Analysis, Office equipment and supplies industry, Office equipment industry, Free trade

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London under the hammer

Article Abstract:

The European Commission is introducing proposals that would eliminate advantages that allow London to dominate the art auction market. Art auction houses in London are already struggling.

United Kingdom, Auction firms

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